bellingham
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Definition
Proper noun: - A city in the United States: Bellingham is a city located in Whatcom County, in the northwestern part of the state of Washington. It is situated on Bellingham Bay, near the border with Canada.
Usage
- As a geographical location: The word "Bellingham" is used primarily to refer to the city itself, its institutions, or its residents.
- We drove to Bellingham for the weekend.
- Bellingham is known for its views of Mount Baker.
Advanced Usage
- Demonym: A person from Bellingham is called a "Bellinghamster."
- As a longtime Bellinghamster, she knows all the best trails.
Variants and Related Words
- Bellingham Bay (proper noun): The bay on which the city is located.
- The ferry sailed into Bellingham Bay.
Different Meanings
This is primarily a proper noun referring to a specific place. It does not have other general meanings in common English usage.
Synonyms
- City (in a general sense, though not a direct synonym)
- Municipality (in a general sense, though not a direct synonym)
Idioms
There are no common idioms specifically using the word "Bellingham."
Phrasal Verbs
There are no phrasal verbs using the word "Bellingham."
Noun
- a town in northwestern Washington on a bay near the Canadian border